7 Warning Signs of a Toxic Relationship ...

7 Warning Signs of a Toxic Relationship ...
By Heather • Apr 18, 2013 MD

A toxic relationship isn't something that you can spot right out all of the time, that's why you've got to watch out for some warning signs of a toxic relationship. Picking and choosing all of the warning signs of a toxic relationship can be hard, especially if you've been with your partner for a really long time. Remember, a toxic relationship can ruin you and really cause you to have extremely low self esteem.

1. Lots of Hostility

Is your relationship filled with hostility? Is it something that is constantly flowing between you and your partner? This is one of the top warning signs of a toxic relationship. There shouldn't be hostility in a relationship, there should be something fun and a relationship should be something that you enjoy being in, not something you dread.

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2. Dirty Fighting

Is there constant name calling? Constant insults? Is the past constantly being thrown up? That's all dirty fighting and it isn't something that should ever be in a relationship. If you are with someone and you love them, you need to discuss things, not scream at each other and be ugly to each other.

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3. Criticism

Is there a constant snide criticism that seems to always be in your relationship? That isn't right! There is a time and place for criticism and it shouldn't be in your relationship. Remember, the person that you love is someone that you should accept too, the good and bad. If you have an issue with your partner, talk about it!

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4. Avoiding Problems

Do you constantly avoid the problems that rise up in your relationship? Do you just put them off and don't bring them up again until you are fighting about them? That's a pattern and one that isn't healthy and that you shouldn't keep up. You should attempt to work out all of your problems as they come up. This is where the discussion piece should come in!

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If you're looking to engage your partner in intriguing conversations, why not try some hypothetical questions for couples? These fun queries will not only keep the conversation lively but also stimulate deep thoughts and potentially reveal insights about each other's personality and thought processes.

5. You Aren't Yourself

Do you change your opinions and constantly switch up how you feel when your partner does? That isn't being you! You need to be your own person, even if you are in a relationship. Don't ever lose that. Never, ever change your opinion for anyone! If your partner can't accept you for you, why are you in a relationship with them at all?

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6. Your Family Doesn't like Your Relationship

Does your family see how you and your partner treat each other? Do they like the relationship that you have built together? Do they constantly tell you that you can do better and that you should be able to do better? Well, that's a warning sign! Your family should like your relationship, how your partner treats you and how you treat your partner. There should be some kind of mutual respect there.

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7. Lots of Guilt Trips

Finally, as far as the guilt trips, do you have a ton of them in your relationship? T hat could be one of the major warning signs that you and your partner are in a toxic relationship. I know it's hard to believe, but you shouldn't ever have to feel guilty in a relationship.

Toxic relationships are hard to get out of and even harder to identify. Have you ever been in a toxic relationship? Have you tried to get out of it?

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  • Diamond

    2014-11-12T01:18:53.358Z

    I know and have known for quite a while that my two year relationship is toxic. I love his sweet side and our good times, but my guy has serious anger issues. He yells at me at least once a week. What I don't understand honestly, is why do I stay when I know this kind of relationship is very unhealthy for me.
  • Melessa

    2013-04-19T03:17:56.000Z

    Yes I was in a toxic relationship and I finally crack said I couldn't take it anymore and I ended it. It was the right movie that individual can change
  • Mimi

    2017-12-28T04:22:53.606Z

    Toxic relationships are crazy and i was in one i decided to walk away
  • poop

    2013-04-19T16:59:59.000Z

    Every Single one is absolutely correct! Thank god I learned and moved on.
  • nina

    2013-04-21T05:53:54.000Z

    I've been with my husband for 7 years and married for 1. I'm in a toxic relationship I was just hoping it would get better but it hasn't
  • Melissa

    2013-04-19T21:59:50.000Z

    13 years in one but I've reached my breaking point and have had enough. My kids and i deserve better. I just hope I can be strong enough to see it through.
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